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Some believe that those who are not talented in language learning should not 
be  required  to  learn  a  foreign  language.  Do  you  think  school  should  require 
students to learn a foreign language? 
 
Learning other languages is very worthwhile and beneficial. In the "global village" that the 
world has become over recent decades, it seems to make more sense than ever to be familiar 
with and competent in speaking several different languages. However, I still firmly believe 
that it should not be forced upon everyone to learn a foreign language.  
To begin with, the acquisition of a second language develops skills such as communication, 
cultural awareness and global citizenship by overcoming language barriers. A second 
language can also inject confidence in children by helping them develop global 
understanding. Many young people travel the world soon after leaving school and there can 
be no doubt that their experiences would be enhanced by being able to speak the native 
language in countries they visit. It would also open up all sorts of career opportunities that 
they would not have otherwise. Learning new languages is said to increase a person's brain 
power too. 
Nevertheless, it would be entirely unreasonable to expect all children to learn at least one 
foreign language. There are many who just would not be able to cope academically with 
learning other languages. This naturally includes children who are developmentally disabled 
and may be attending special schools or in special units at mainstream schools.  
There would also be other children who would be unable to cope with linguistic studies 
though - even if they were of average intelligence. I believe it's possible that some would be 
totally demoralized and humiliated by any pressure to do so. If they can just get a basic grasp 
of reading and writing their own language then that has to be regarded as an adequate 
achievement. 
On the whole I think being exposed to other cultures and having the opportunity to learn at 
least one other language in school is a healthy, positive and enriching experience. 
Nevertheless, it should never be forced upon those for whom it is simply unfeasible. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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